What started as a routine traffic stop turned into a high-speed police chase and ended in a 3 car pileup and at least 4 people injured.
According to reporting by The Buffalo News, Buffalo Police Officer Majed Ottman attempted to stop a driver on New Year s Eve for a minor traffic infraction.
It s alleged that the driver Officer Ottman attempted to stop, 27-year-old Andre Thomas of Buffalo, did not stop and speed off down Cornwall Ave. towards Delavan Ave. The car driven by Thomas did not stop at the stop sign and proceeded to hit a car that was traveling down Delavan. Officer Ottman sped after him down Cornwall in his patrol car, and according to the police report filed by Ottman, he was not able to stop in time and subsequently crashed into the other two vehicles.
Buffalo Police officer suspended after New Year s Eve chase, crash
Buffalo Police Captain Jeff Rinaldo confirmed that Officer Majed Ottman has been suspended following a crash that led to minor injuries to four people. Author: WGRZ Staff Updated: 6:33 PM EST January 2, 2021
BUFFALO, N.Y. A New Year s Eve chase that ended in a crash involving three vehicles has led to a Buffalo Police officer s suspension.
Buffalo Police Captain Jeff Rinaldo confirmed Saturday that Officer Majed Ottman has been suspended following a crash that led to minor injuries to four people, including his partner, who was in the passenger seat.
The Buffalo Police Department has a no-chase policy. A police investigation into the crash is now underway.